UFC 262 - The Din Diaries

UFC personality Din Thomas visits Sanford MMA to connect with body-shot specialist Michael Chandler. The lightweight title contender gets a lesson on ground-and-pound, makes a call to WWE legend Ric Flair, and shows Thomas around his house. They break down film on Chandler’s UFC 262 opponent, Charles Oliveira, and talk candidly about raising Black sons.
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[@zacretzer]

Chandler was so focused in when Din was teaching techniques. True student of the game.

[@ronalddrump7053]

Uncle Tomas knows some about it

[@Evo_Modz]

correct, now I can see why he shit on Hooker

[@viking_nor]

@Deviot Deng f off

[@viking_nor]

@S A f off

[@renzup7114]

414 Likes ayyeee

[@poot111111]

I am happy to see the UFC promoting Chandler, he has earned that push.

[@ronaldpotter5878]

They have to. Is the new undisputed champ afterall. & He can speak English unlike Charles..

[@Chkprofilename]

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[@circa2008]

He has 1 UFC fight. He literally has not earned that lol.

[@ronaldpotter5878]

@@circa2008 he didn't beg for it. UFC gave it to him. They cld have given it to Islam or Justin or RDA. But they gave Chandler the title shot. It's not his fault

[@ronaldpotter5878]

@@circa2008 by that logic.. Dustin is the most coward fighter in division bcz he refused the title shot.

[@thealphamana8864]

‘He can’t wrestle’ takes down Ferguson at ease. Scores more than 70% of his takedown attempts. Nicely said Din

[@Shiggystardust]

Since that usman interview din has revealed himself as an absolute moron

[@Chunky-turtle69]

Ferguson is washed up not the same as he was a couple years ago

[@mmatatimaphoto766]

Charles cant wrestle he could not take down Kevin lee even once, so don't think him taking down tony which also lee did means he can hang with chandler's wrestling.

[@alcottdevalte7440]

Oliviera's wrestling is underrated and awesome... He isn't the same fighter he used to be at 145...

[@thealphamana8864]

@@mmatatimaphoto766 I don’t think he’s wrestling is as good as chandlers they’re not in the same level. But saying he can’t wrestle is absolutely bollocks. To be honest, trying to takedown a guy like Olivera is a huge risk he’s BJJ is by far the best in the UFC soo I don’t think it’s smart to wrestle heavily against olivera.

[@OttertheSkysplitter]

I'm black, and a white Canadian male raised me. My dad is awesome. He always told me, ” I'm not trying to raise you white; I'm trying to raise you right.” Those words compelled me to this day. He said from his mouth that he'd never had made it as a black man. It's good to see that Chandler has a similar approach to fatherhood. I'm an atheist, but I got what he meant about hoping “god” puts someone in a position to teach his son about his culture. 🇳🇬🇺🇸

[@richardjones3792]

why would he never have made it as a black man?

[@midnite8729]

@@richardjones3792 stigma

[@misaelestrada5370]

@@richardjones3792 cause he was trying to raise a good man bro. Black, White it doesn't matter.

[@lb0433]

Your dad sound like great man

[@scottfay3553]

@@lb0433 sounds like a duck to me

[@n.a.1423]

"The Din Diaries" is a really cool idea imo. Gives you an insight into the lifes of the fighters and the coaches. Din seems like a chill dude too

[@Chkprofilename]

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[@xWhoaSean]

If you haven't already, Dana Whites Lookin For a Fight on youtube has Din in it with Dana and Matt Sera and it's really good, worth a watch.

[@n.a.1423]

@@xWhoaSean yeah I know LFAF been watching that since it played a role in the career mode of UFC3😂

[@BlackCatFishin]

They should start doing different coaches too which also helps bring them the appropriate attention they’re due but rarely credited besides by only references of commentators lol

[@martysweat5924]

@@n.a.1423 I think based on watching that and other videos you could warrant him a good guy haha

[@xftbllplyr2091]

Usman: My name is Kamaru Din Thomas: “Marty”

[@shantanusengupta1749]

He's such a tool 😂 he made Usman cry

[@ronalddrump7053]

Yeah me too I didn't liked it when Uncle Tomas said that

[@mmatakespodcast1idiot793]

@@ronalddrump7053 din gets to say whatever he wants, if kamaru doesn't like his old name then he should change it

[@SuperSaiyanCj]

@@ronalddrump7053 racist clown

[@ronalddrump7053]

@@mmatakespodcast1idiot793 That was never his name fool wtf are you talking about??!

[@MegaShonix]

Chandler seems like such a good dude, how can you not like him?

[@coachotalksbasketball8242]

something corny amd pretentious about him

[@theohuioiesin6519]

Yep, I agree with both. Seems like a great dude. But cringe when he starts screaming about being the new king and stuff.

[@TheArtofBlues]

Cuz he cheats - insert Nate Diaz Quote.

[@crookieee]

@@theohuioiesin6519 what did you want him to say 😂😂 oh hi guys yeah I’m happy for the win it’s a business man he is selling himself to get that next shot and he got it

[@nonglishq6727]

I like Chandler but his post fight was cringe.

[@NotBobbyHill]

We got the "din diaries", now we just need the "Serra storys"..... that would be gold

[@tech1238]

Good idea 😀 Serra Stories or Serra Sagas.

[@goodjobs277]

I love Serra, but I think Din's more laid-back approach is much better for going into a fighter's camp and having conversations haha

[@sometimesitbelikedat2529]

What about "Hughes Clues" where Matt Hughes hosts a kids show?

[@chubbec]

Serra stories with Charley Olives, make it happen Dana!!! I can already imagine Serra pausing mid interview to pursue and pin a random drunkard to a diner floor

[@Sam-ng3of]

8:56 If I was Oliveira watching this I'd die my hair black and wear green shorts just to put Chandler that tiny bit off lol

[@manchuk1d]

kinda hate how everyone is underestimating Charles, poor guy.

[@csosev]

@@manchuk1d no one is underestimating Charles he’s the favorite…Chandler by ko

[@Darth190784]

I was thinking the same thing

[@jonathansalazar8324]

😂😂😂

[@sinematographynaction]

Venum shorts of course!

[@WanderAshton]

damn, michael chandler handled that deep question at the end so well.

[@johnjapps80]

Cos it the truth from his heart bro you can tell .

[@amoghthorave3385]

Yeah, cause he genuinely feels so and he got good communication skills as well.

[@WanderAshton]

@@johnjapps80 exactly. Hes genuine af. great guy

[@peterk2735]

Such a positive and respectful dude. I watched his fights in Bellator, but never really got to know this side of him

[@surenmathura3691]

Din: You gotta do damage Mike: I like doing damage 😂🤣 that's the only time I heard him sound psychotic

[@jasondefiantoneschmidt1814]

I didn't think I would be CRYING at the end of this goddamn Michael Chandler is so wholesome and such a good dad.

[@richardjones3792]

you have issues

[@dagwood5041]

@@richardjones3792 some people get more emotional than others lol. you're clearly a child

[@nh6402]

Was real cool to see tbf, very wholesome

[@johnjapps80]

any person can show emotion, this caught me too i aint afraid to cry nor am i afraid to stand toe to toe with any man dont mean ill win , but it does mean am comftable in myself and dont need to pull nobody down so fuck them @jasonSchmidt

[@eliswagata7986]

I’m w you boss

[@SkizVids]

Dude just did a perfect backflip and landed on his feet like it was nothing

[@surenmathura3691]

From the top rope

[@MaynardOwns]

Right too bad chandler can’t do it like Din. He’s getting there tho.

[@strengthandmasculinity]

Gaethje does it better just saying.

[@theworldsmostinterestingma7592]

Time stamp?

[@shroomgod1990]

Justin does it and sticks the landing way better too, he doesnt look like he blows out both his knees.

[@youllgetyourrentwhenyoufix4831]

I mean this guy is such a nice dude, I'll be happy if he wins the title

[@alexjayyy6974]

very smart man, very humble and very kind, its crazy.

[@juangringo3906]

👌that close.

[@Sam-ng3of]

2:57 that didn't sound like a convincing yes when he was asked by Din if he could show them something lol

[@AgosLive]

Yes, guy seems jealous or insecure

[@navajo237]

Was hoping someone else noticed this too. Awkward to watch.

[@ninthgenerationfordtrucks2893]

That’s kami barzini old school wrestling coach from ATT originally. Knows Din well. That’s just how he speaks.

[@utkarshsarkar839]

Always good to see Gilbert

[@MinhaFamiliaAQBJJ]

Wow. I never knew din is a master mind like this. Hes seeing stuff i would never in a million years would have noticed

[@labyebmor5068]

Hes one of Amanda Nunes coaches, hes a real mma sensei

[@samanthablue9490]

Many thanks for your email

[@jasongreen7860]

Din was a fighter and is also a super analyst

[@donl7098]

Michael state of mind is like a guru

[@Chkprofilename]

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[@SkizVids]

it's the mindset that people pay for to be taught how to be like him lol

[@alphakennybody9794]

Michael is more of a guru than Diageo's Cult leader and love partner Fabia lmfao

[@cheek238]

His son is so well loved. Such a cute boy, they're meant for each other. Enjoy the journey.

[@heckalydalii200]

Remember when din Thomas called Kamaru marty right after kamaru explained why that isn't him lol

[@richardjones3792]

@@rvntzbeats you're probably the only person in the world who found that HILARIOUSSSSSSSSS

[@nottodaybucko]

he really failed to read the room there

[@brendansmith234]

Chandler is the sweetest man! the whole segment on his son Hap had me all teary eyed

[@kingkaywicked6698]

Can't believe I didn't like him 4 months ago. This guy is a great fighter and above all an amazing human

[@dano1307]

Cool to see they are giving Din alot of opportunities!

[@exposingthecorruption122]

I noticed that as well... I'm glad they try to keep the og's busy..

[@tech1238]

He’s a good guy. Shame people jumped on him for his Marty joke a few weeks ago.

[@Chkprofilename]

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[@samanthablue9490]

Many thanks for your email

[@alishawesh1604]

@@tech1238 well it was below the belt

[@rollo_tomasi3853]

Thank to Mojahed, every time I see Chandler I hear Anik’s voice... *“155 the official weight for Micheal Chandler”*

[@user-ui9jn1ju7u]

Everytime i see din Thomas i think of tyquill and Julian Robertson

[@Chkprofilename]

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[@hiplaystudios5767]

Lol now I’m hearing his voice 😂😂

[@joeyrahajaan4848]

I think this is one of the best shows on ufc yt

[@Chkprofilename]

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[@tropicalterrarium1742]

Everyone in the game respects Din Thomas, and for good reason. The guy is a wealth of knowledge.

[@jldoubleu4993]

Chandler has those killer eyes whenever Din’s teaching, he’s ready

[@GgCashh451]

Fax plus din was head coach for what Chandler may consider to be a mentor in wrestling, tyron woodley

[@brandonjlutisan]

Chandler seems chill af, gained a fan not just from his last performance but his dope/chill personality. Respect dude!

[@thebestu1672]

You adopted a baby You love and always will be there for that child. thats all that matters.

[@ColdDabber710]

He should do the commentary for UFC, he's just got that voice, you know..

[@samanthablue9490]

Many thanks for your email

[@London2ATL]

So Sanford MMA took Kamaru's picture down from their wall but got Lawler's who trained at rival ATT for years.

[@jasongreen7860]

Kamaru left??

[@KingStu-kr7wz]

Usman got so good they moved his pic to the ceiling

[@johnorson6907]

It would be weird to keep his picture up imo, especially since a current gym member has fought him

[@artiew8718]

Robbie left ATT after he lost to Tyron. Kamaru left the gym

[@matthunter5710]

Yeah I wasn't a fan of that either. It's not like they split on bad terms and both Sanford and kamaru should be proud of each other for building and training a world champion

[@sometimesitbelikedat2529]

Din Thomas has a good vibe to him. I bet he's one hell of a coach and a friend.

[@sh.co.1697]

13:19 that’s the best moment in this video

[@nigelleeakamoneybanklocks8903]

Man Chandler is a class act, as a fighter, as a father, husband and just as a man!

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[@claytonc8101]

It warms my heart every time I see Michael with his son

[@SatanDynastyKiller]

Michael is exactly the type of man the UFC should be promoting. 👏

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[@KendrickXLamar--]

I love this guy so much, he's on his path to becoming my favorite fighter

[@mattcosta294]

The best extra-content about UFC ... Hands down

[@yankeydoodoodoo]

That little kid laughing and smiling is Awesome! Good man Mike!

[@jessedoyle4308]

Loved the video, its always nice to see more of these athletes. I've never been the type to care about "celebrities" personal life but by the end of the video it left me wanting to know more and most importantly to see him perform. You made a new chandler fan here, good luck in the next fight!

[@joeyfaoro6308]

Idk if I’m just uneducated... but I thought Din’s breakdown of Charlie’s stance for takedown defense was awesome

[@Meltymorty]

Idk how anyone can hate chandler hes humble a family man has god in his heart and his training and mindset are some of the best in mma hes from my hometown i hope he gets the W lets go #Andnew

[@sduarte7946]

UFC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPION OF THE WOOORLD! CHARLES, DO BROXS, OLIIIVEEEEIRA

[@Meltymorty]

@@sduarte7946 noooo

[@samanthablue9490]

Many thanks for your email

[@MadCatt4real]

Great job Din Thomas, this is by far my favorite Din Diaries yet. Mike Chandler what an awesome human being, the more I learn about him and his character, the more I wish to see him wearing that UFC gold . He would be such and amazing champion, and I'm a huge Charles Olivera fan, but Chandler is such an amazing person it's hard not to root for him . Good luck to both these modern gladiators.

[@spiralsunday]

Din is an excellent personality for this type of camp videography. I love. Best content in awhile.

[@Demo-ufc4]

This interview just opened my eyes to what an amazing person chandler im now officially a fan good luck on Saturday chandler and God bless you and your lovely family

[@CompleteProducer84]

Plot twist: Chandler's adopted son is actually Din's blood son

[@JEREMYJDH447]

This video feels real organic and we need more of these! It would be cool if Din would do these types of vids with each main event fighter

[@Mateo_Esteban]

This was really good, I hope they do more of these with Din

[@cpiece2450]

Cute son, heart melting at the end there. Great video guys!

[@ufcguyfreefights1036]

All focused on chandler i think olivera is fighting too😂😂. Next episode matt serra teaches olivera english and his techniques

[@mikerubin22]

fantastic job; keep up the great work!

[@DuUbermensh]

Wow. This was an incredible documentary on Michael Chandler. What a good guy. I'm rooting for his success.

[@lucars2856]

10:03 cmon din, didn’t you watch his fight against ferguson?

[@andresmaldonado7356]

Loved his answer to Din’s question about raising a black son. Seems like a genuinely good guy

[@DigitalSwagg]

Absolutely love this series! Din is a legend.

[@savagegtalks5912]

I'm thankful UFC gives Din a show... One episode ain't enough, keep em coming

[@medmonohaiballa]

Am i the only one that hopes chandler wins ? He's been growing on me lately and him winning the title right after his debut will be an incredible story..

[@DaimonMMA]

Friends, I am making special edits for ufc fighters on my channel, I will be glad if you support them,

[@zenebusman8575]

Can't decide who I want to win. They both nice people. May the best man win 🙏

[@medmonohaiballa]

@@zenebusman8575 yep we're just hoping for a good fight !

[@KB-jj5fh]

I never knew he adopted a kid respect for that

[@r.dinesh5026]

This is Great. Awesome Din💯🔥👍

[@painfullgaming8667]

Yo these din diaries are truly awesome man! keep it up Mr Thomas :)

[@renam3200]

I hope Oliveira gets the title but this dude is surely worth of it

[@DaimonMMA]

Friends, I am making special edits for ufc fighters on my channel, I will be glad if you support them0

[@muansangachhangte5469]

starting to know more about chandler and starting to like him more..hope he win

[@samanthablue9490]

Many thanks for your email

[@TheRealKoolaid]

I love when coaches come in and teach little techniques to help you get the position you want

[@dalesfailssagaofasuslord783]

Michael mentioning that the ufc has been indirectly signing his checks is so true and the ufc is gonna love hearing that. Hope they take care of him. True warrior.

[@bigm7886]

Finally a charismatic champion.Not boring Khabib.

[@retiredtidepodeater3339]

LOL He hasn't won just yet... But I'm rooting for him.

[@kymma2589]

@@retiredtidepodeater3339 Hes a 2 time world champion.

[@adamburling9551]

Khabib is too real. Have fun. He's gone. His awesome presence is now gone and now the Division can breath.

[@Mikeyd8383]

How can you not be a Chandler fan after this????

[@MrUler12]

love the format

[@HECKSTER69]

How can you not love this , what a great man ...

[@MMAFreaks]

Chandler By Knockout 💪🤜

[@sofikawickramasinghe3087]

how can you hate him raising a black child ...wow amazing ...it seems like his whole life was guided by God . he will win the strap for sure . the dude is amazing human.

[@bank80]

What does him raising a black child have to do with it. So if he adopted a white child it would be different?

[@powerrespect5538]

The Din Diaries is fantastic point blank period thank you!

[@karlthomas2932]

Michael Chandler is a class guy above everything else. He and his wife are special people in my eyes and the way he answered Din’s questions on his son was perfect! I wasn’t a fan before but I am now. What a great human being!

[@passenger128]

His highly disrespectful behaviour towards Kamaru Usman recently disqualifies Din Thomas for me.

[@ItsameAlex]

what did he do to him

[@adamburling9551]

I think you are overreacting.

[@shaquilleghans4351]

Did he say Charles can’t wrestle ? Come on man stop it

[@adamhamdy1835]

Love this series

[@sambarone5890]

Who doesn't love din Thomas..keep being you My brother

[@hanuuhanooo7111]

Chandler will be the undisputed champion

[@DadIsntMad]

Din’s diary: Woodley did bad again. I’m sad again. :(

[@samanthablue9490]

Many thanks for your email

[@vincegunz]

you gotta do more of these. better then any other preflight show.

[@TheBigMacKenzie]

i need more of these in my life. Din's dope

[@CH-yi2xm]

New era new blood 👊🏽☘

[@DaimonMMA]

Friends, I am making special edits for ufc fighters on my channel, I will be glad if you support them*

[@skriibe9115]

Damn chandler I was already rooting for you, then you brought the black son out.

[@richardjones3792]

racist

[@FourTreDubbCity]

Great series Din is the man

[@Wolf-pg7un]

I'm so glad they made something about din thank you UFC

[@thomastro5569]

It's Oliveira who's gonna surprise you

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[@jaychannell]

Yooww.... 👊🏻😎

[@Proxzima]

great fighter and man. really an inspiring guy

[@gursharns91]

Din is the best. Need more of these!

[@toshimmafight6420]

佐藤天や！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！Takashi Sato!!! 0:28

[@oleschmeed3916]

Chandler does not deserve this title shot.

[@imnotareptilian6489]

I agree

[@midouban1094]

@Omar K it would be a bad reputation for the lightweight division if Gaetjhe and Poirier fighting for the belt since khabib whooped their asses. Oliviera vs Chandler is the great option for the belt since they never fought khabib. Oliviera is in a long winning streak while chandler had a spectacular finish against hooker. The winner of the belt would be a great match up for khabib

[@pg.inu2]

awesome series!

[@powerrespect5538]

DIN THOMAS is so chill and cool

[@jackmanley2231]

I love Din, I hope they keep making these

[@padie71]

Didn't know much about Chandler but he got my heart in this one 🙏 God bless you man 💪

[@trilliam8806]

"one of those submissions" love it man. olivera so good that even when you know how he's going to finish you, ya cant stop it.

[@deeznutz_740]

Shoutout to Din Thomas. Great man who brings great content to the sport. Hopefully he’s with the ufc forever.

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[@JG-wx2xs]

Hope the ufc do more of these. Din is great

[@StevenP727]

Adoption is truly a gift of hope, He will make his son become the best man a son can ask for

[@aliawada5493]

Great series

[@toddp.226]

Chandler and Din are two of the best dudes you could ever meet in life. Quality Grade A human beings. God bless them both!